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apoplexy
Definition:
(nou) a sudden loss of consciousness resulting when the rupture or occlusion of a blood vessel leads to oxygen lack in the brain
Phonetic Transcription:
ˈæpəpleksi
Examples:
The cause of death was apoplexy.
The death was attributed to apoplexy.
His death was the result of apoplexy.
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Common mistakes of apoplexy pronunciation
- Misplacing stress: Some learners incorrectly stress the second syllable, saying "a-ˈpop-lexy". The correct stress is on the third syllable: "ˌap-ə-ˈplek-si". Tip: Focus on the primary stress on "plek".
- Dropping syllables: A common mistake is omitting the second syllable, pronouncing it as "ˈap-lexi". This makes the word unrecognizable. Tip: Practice saying all three syllables clearly: "ˌap-ə-ˈplek-si".
- Incorrect vowel sounds: Some may pronounce the first syllable as "æ" instead of "ə", saying "ˈæ-pop-lexy". The correct pronunciation uses a schwa sound: "ˌap-ə-ˈplek-si". Tip: Use a softer "uh" sound for "a".
- Confusing with similar words: Learners might confuse "apoplexy" with "apoplexy" or "apoplexy", leading to mispronunciations. Each has different stress and vowel sounds. Tip: Familiarize yourself with the IPA to distinguish them: "ˌap-ə-ˈplek-si".
- Overemphasizing the final syllable: Some speakers put too much emphasis on the last syllable, saying "apoplexy" with stress on "si". The stress should remain on "plek". Tip: Keep the last syllable lighter: "ˌap-ə-ˈplek-si".